Coast Guard Sector Juneau watchstanders received a report from the crew of the 592-foot cruise ship Regatta, that the woman was experiencing breathing complications. Watchstanders consulted the duty flight surgeon and directed the launch of the station’s RB-M.

“It was great to partner with Capital City Fire/Rescue for this case,” said Petty Officer 2nd Class Nancy Emery, a crewmember aboard the response boat. “Taking EMTs with us allowed us to provide the woman with care during transit and work quickly to transport her to the ambulance.”